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How much are old albums and 45s worth?

How much are old albums and 45s worth?

EPs were only made in the 50’s and 60’s. Rock and roll and R&B 45s with the cardboard sleeves are worth at least $20, with many being worth more than $200. First pressings of albums have more value than second, third, or subsequent pressings.

Are 78 rpm records worth anything?

He said that on average a rare jazz 78 might sell for $1,500 to $5,000, whereas sales for a comparable blues record would start at $5,000. Paramount’s blues releases — especially its “race” records with label numbers in the 12000s and 13000s — are among the most coveted records in the world.

What 45 albums are worth money?

40 vinyl records worth a fortune today

  • Led Zeppelin, Led Zeppelin (1969)
  • Miles Davis, Kind of Blue (1959)
  • The Who, The Who Sell Out (1967)
  • Nirvana, Bleach (1989)
  • XTC — Science Friction (1977)
  • David Bowie — The Prettiest Star (1973)
  • ABBA — Hova’s Vittne (1981)
  • The Quarrymen — That’ll Be the Day (1981)

What are the rarest 78 rpm records?

Chasing The World’s Rarest 78 RPM Records

  • Hear a few notable recordings from the 78 RPM era, as picked by guests Amanda Petrusich & Chris King:
  • Geeshie Wiley, “Last Kind Word Blues”
  • Willie Brown, “Future Blues”
  • Skip James, “Devil Got My Woman”
  • Blind Uncle Gaspard, “Sur Le Borde de L’eau”
  • Sylvester Weaver, “Guitar Rag”

What 45 rpm records are the most valuable?

The most valuable vinyl records on Earth, from The Beatles to The Sex Pistols

  • The Sex Pistols, God Save The Queen canceled single: $10,000 to $20,000.
  • Frank Wilson, Do I Love You (Indeed I Do) 45 rpm in plain sleeve: $37,000.
  • Aphex Twin, Caustic Window test pressing: $46,000.

What is the most valuable 78 record?

Longtime Blues record collector and expert John Tefteller was the winning bidder at $37,100.00 for a super rare Blues 78 rpm record by Blues legend Tommy Johnson. This is highest price ever paid for a single 78 rpm Blues record and one of the highest prices ever paid for ANY record.

How much is a Robert Johnson 78 worth?

The only Robert Johnson 78 on eBay is a rough-looking copy of “Kind Woman Blues/Terraplane Blues,” up for $1,150. Johnson, born in 1911, was an itinerant street-corner musician who never achieved fame during his lifetime.

What can you do with old 45 records?

10 DIY Projects for Your Old Vinyl Records

  • Wall Art:
  • Dream Catcher:
  • Clock:
  • Frame the Album Covers:
  • Make a Mirror Frame:
  • Record Hat & Coat Rack:
  • Record Cupcake Stand:
  • Vinyl Record Bookends:

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